Diane Y. Welch
A Community Asset
retelling people's stories, past and present
Books,Newspapers and Magazines
2010
Release of Lilian J. Rice, Architect of Rancho Santa Fe, California. Published by Schiffer Publishing, Atglen, PA. First place in biography category, San Diego Book Awards, 2011.
2008
Release of Del Mar Fairgrounds, Images of America Series. Published by Arcadia Publishing, Mount Pleasant, SC.
2006
Release of Encinitas, Images of America Series. Published by Arcadia Publishing, Mount Pleasant, SC.
Celebrity Coverage in the News
Through the vehicle of local press I have had the opportunity to report on international celebrities connected in a variety of ways to our local communities whether at charity events, book signings or public appearances. Past coverage includes Kathryn and Mary Crosby, Dame Zandra Rhodes, Prince William and Kate, Prince Harry, Jenny Craig, Shawn Colvin, Diane Keaton, Glenn Close, Dr. Ruth Westheimer, Louise Harrison (sister of George Harrison), Alicia Gwynn, Dave Stewart, Marlee Matlin, Robert Whitaker, Hugh Hewitt, Betty Lou Phillips, and many local celebrated achievers in and around North County San Diego.
Magazine Articles
Since 2006 I have been a regular contributor to several magazines notably, Artworks Magazine, the Bishop's Alumni Magazine, Vintage Allies Magazine, Where San Diego Magazine, Pacific San Diego Magazine, and more. Featured articles include profiles on Dame Zandra Rhodes, fine artist Eleanor Antin, photographer Leslie Hoffman, the City Ballet of San Diego, artist Kim McConnell, master portrait artist Jennifer Chapman and more.